Political Parties in the United States Quiz

Who is considered the founder of the Federalist Party?

• Alexander Hamilton

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

What did the Federalists believe in?

• Loose construction of the Constitution

• Free trade with Europe

• Strict construction of the Constitution

• Strong state governments

Who emerged as another party leader of the Federalist Party?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• John Adams

• Alexander Hamilton

What did the Democratic Republicans believe in?

• Protective tariff

• Loose construction of the Constitution

• Strong federal government

• Strong state governments

Who is considered the founder of the Democratic Republican Party?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

What did the Federalists support?

• State banks

• Protective tariff

• Strong federal government

• Free trade with Europe

What did the Democratic Republicans support?

• Support for the wealthy

• Alliances with Great Britain

• State banks instead of a National Bank

• Growth of businesses

Who warned about the negative impact of political parties in the United States?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• George Washington

• Alexander Hamilton

What did Washington warn about political parties?

• They support the growth of businesses

• They lead to foreign influence and corruption

• They lead to divisions and fighting among the people

• They support alliances with Great Britain

Do you agree with Washington's warning about political parties?

• I'm not sure

• Maybe

• No

• Yes